I have an Axim x51v and have been thinking (for too long) about getting a GPS unit for it - especially after my wife just got the new Garmin Nuvi 765T.
before I shell out that kind of money for another hand held unit, was hoping to turn the Axim into one ... (already a pain carrying the axim and my cell) ...
was wondering if you could post your setup ... maybe even some pics too! I'm really interested to see how you have it setup in your car - mount, charging, ease of use (reach, vision disruption, lighting, etc).
Welcome to Aximsite/MobilitySite. I moved your post to the GPS forum so it would be seen by the GPSers.
I use a Bluetooth GPS receiver and am currently running OnCourseNavigator 8. BuyGPSNow has receivers for under $50, and a 2G OCN8 card for under $45. For the car I use a cradle with a suction cup to attach to the windshield. There are lots of cradles to choose from. Mine is powered and has an amplifier and speaker in it to boost the audio from the X51v.
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I am using the Gsat BT-359 bluetooth GPS receiver with iGuidance 2009. iGuidance is what came with my BT receiver, but the version that was out when I bought it (3 years ago, I'd guess) was horrible for this area so I ended up using TomTom6 for quite a while. I recently switched back to iGuidance after seeing that it has improved since the version I had. Overall, I now prefer it to TomTom, but that has probably improved in newer versions too.
I use a cheap clip-on mount that I learned about through this forum but it has been a while so I don't know where you can still get them. At the time they were about $6 from Target and it holds the Axim in the extended Sena case with not a MM to spare. It's designed to clip on the AC vents, but I find it works best in my Impala clipped onto the ash tray door. The ash tray is removed and the flap from my case can be tucked back in the slot where it used to be, plus the charging ports are right there. This setup puts the screen at almost a horizontal position where I can glance down at it. Glare is sometimes a problem, but not too bad with full screen brightness.
For my birthday last week, my hubby installed an auxiliary input jack in my Impala and it is SO nice having the GPS and tunes through the car sound system. Previously I used a cassette adapter, but the sound is so much better with the aux. iGuidance gracefully fades down the music when it is giving voice prompts, and then brings it back up to the former level.
For music I use Mortplayer, and don't have a problem with them both running at the same time (plus Pocket Scrobbler) although I try to make sure I do a soft reset before hitting the road or sometimes the volume will be reduced. I have my hard buttons set up to switch between programs and control the most common functions I would need so I can pretty much use both programs without having to look at the screen for more than a quick glance.
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I've got a Holux GR-271 CF card receiver and iGuidance for software. I wanted the CF card so I could have an all-in-one unit. The software is loaded in an SD card. IF you use a BT receiver it's another item you have to carry, along with all it's power cables. :)
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I have been using my 51v with BT332 Globalsat rcvr for a couple of years.
I like playing with different gps apps and have OCN 8 2 gb,original Dell/Navteq,
Microsoft Streets 2004 and finally free Java app Trekbuddy all up and running.
They all work well.
Welcome to Aximsite/MobilitySite. I moved your post to the GPS forum so it would be seen by the GPSers.
thanks JakeRich ... I took a browse through the forums - tried to figure out which one was the best ... so appologies on that. but thanks for moving the thread and your input.
Originally Posted by MeSue
I recently switched back to iGuidance after seeing that it has improved since the version I had.
I use a cheap clip-on mount that I learned about through this forum but it has been a while so I don't know where you can still get them. At the time they were about $6 from Target and it holds the Axim in the extended Sena case with not a MM to spare.
For my birthday last week, my hubby installed an auxiliary input jack in my Impala ...
Thanks MeSue for the detailed reply - lots of good info there - especially on the mount. I read through the thread on your mount through your "view my pda link" ... was definitely surprised to see a few Canadians on there - and even someone who talks about solutions for a 2006 Civic (which is what I have). this was great!
I was just about set on the Arkon CM720 or DM320 (both on sale for $9.99 on the Arkon website) ... but then saw the posts about Canadian Tire (a local store that would save me shipping into Canada for the Arkon units).
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I've got a Holux GR-271 CF card receiver and iGuidance for software. I wanted the CF card so I could have an all-in-one unit. The software is loaded in an SD card.
hey there kcallahan! thanks for your input ... what do you mean by you wanted a CF card so you could have an all-in-one unit? I currently have a 2gb sd card ... was thinking about the CF as well - for more storage (music, movies, etc) ... are you using the CF for something else? was planning on a BT GPS that would likely just leave in the car (mainly use the gps for driving).
hey there kcallahan! thanks for your input ... what do you mean by you wanted a CF card so you could have an all-in-one unit? I currently have a 2gb sd card ... was thinking about the CF as well - for more storage (music, movies, etc) ... are you using the CF for something else? was planning on a BT GPS that would likely just leave in the car (mainly use the gps for driving).
The Holux Receiver is in the CF slot and the program (iGuidance) is on an SD card. That means I can move it around, between cars, and use it while walking as one unit and not have to be concerned about a separate BT receiver. When I'm not using the GPS system, I simply remove them and insert my 2Gb CF and 2Gb SD cards. I usually find it's best to do a soft reset when I install my GPS system or reinstall my other cards. Also, what if you leave your BT receiver in your car and need it in another vehicle or travelling? My GPS setup stays with the AX all the time. :)
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